Pakistan sets cotton targets for 2015-16
Pakistan has set a target of 15.49 million cotton bales for the 2015-16 season. Punjab would produce 10.5 million bales from 2.43 million hectares, Sindh 4.4 million bales from 0.65…
The ongoing East China Fair aims for a high turnout
East China Fair 2015 is being held from March 1 to 5. This caters to fashion, gifting, and home furnishing. The product range encompasses home textiles, fashion garments, home furnishing…
Gujarat may impose VAT on technical textiles
Gujarat will impose a five per cent value added tax on technical textiles. Technical textiles are used in industries including building construction, civil engineering, furniture, household textiles, floor coverings, automobiles,…
ATE ties up with Chinese loom maker
India's ATE has joined hands with Chinese loom maker Hangzhou Huahong Machinery. ATE is a group of engineering companies in India specialising in yarn spinning, textile knitting, weaving and printing…
Lenzing sees a drop in sales in 2014
Consolidated sales of the Lenzing group declined slightly in 2014 compared to 2013. This drop can be attributed to the continuing downward pressure on fiber prices as a consequence of…
Bangladesh: Accord warns units of action
Accord has warned of snapping business ties with more than a dozen apparel makers in Bangladesh over their failure to improve safety even after the initial inspection. The Bangladesh Accord…
Myanmar introduces a code for apparel manufacturers
Myanmar has made massive strides as a global apparel sourcing destination. Export revenues have more than doubled in less than three years. The country has some 275 garment factories. However,…
Mumbai to host Textile Exchange this October
Textile Exchange will be held in Mumbai from October 5 to 10, 2015. It will bring together leaders from the global textile industry to create a space for learning and…
Pakistan to invest in value-added segment
Pakistan government will help the textile industry enhance capacity to boost exports. Value addition in the textile sector is top priority. The aim is to raise exports from the current…
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Brands explore new strategies to make the most of omnichannel retail
"Though six out of ten consumers use at least one digital channel for their shopping of apparels and garments, retailers... Read more
A humanistic approach to attack thoughtless clothes consumption
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US-China trade war to reduce ‘Made-in-China’ labels
"It all began a year ago with the US administration, under the leadership of President Donald Trump, imposing a 25... Read more
AEPC, ILO team up to launch compendium of good management practices
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New innovations, strategies spurring growth of wool yarn
"Wool manufacturers are innovating with new crossbred yarns leading the way for the creation of trans-seasonal apparels and other innovative... Read more
CHPFW focuses on carbon neutrality by 2025
"Aiming to be a carbon neutral city by 2025, Copenhagen recently announced one of its most ambitious climate policies in... Read more
Can fast-fashion be sustainable by reworking business culture?
"The growing hazards of fast fashion are forcing many brands to incorporate sustainability initiatives in their operations. A recent example... Read more
A pheonmenonal response to Gartex Texprocess India on the first day
"Messe Frankfurt India and MEX Exhibitions jointly launched Gartex Texprocess India in New Delhi today. The comprehensive exhibition on garment... Read more
Trade war could boost India’s position in apparel, fashion segment globally
"A recent survey by Weave Services, a supply chain consulting firm that specialises in demand and production planning shows, leading... Read more
A green revolution in sports industry as brands opt for eco-friendly materials
"Green materials are penetrating all fractions of the fashion industry. Recently, many sports giants have introduced recyclable materials into their... Read more